Meaning of the word slander in English
What does slander mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
slander
US /ˈslæn.dɚ/
UK /ˈslɑːn.dər/
Noun
the action or crime of making a false spoken statement damaging to a person's reputation
Example:
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He sued the newspaper for slander after they published false accusations.
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The politician was accused of spreading slander about his opponent.
Verb
to make false and damaging statements about (someone)
Example:
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He threatened to sue anyone who tried to slander his good name.
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It's wrong to slander someone without proof.